Unlock the Future of Flight as a Senior Research Engineer

4 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel with ambitious goals to go further, faster and greener. Our team of talented engineers is driven by innovation and creativity, setting industry standards in composite manufacturing processes.

As a Senior Research Engineer, you will be an integral part of our Global Technology Centre in Filton, Bristol. You will contribute to developing advanced composite manufacturing processes for current and future wing applications, working closely with our technology team.

The programme, ASCEND, is a cross-sector initiative led by GKN Aerospace, focusing on developing composite technologies that meet the high-rate production manufacture needs of the growing civil aircraft & future mobility markets. This includes automation, design for manufacture, and skills development, while sustainably reducing the Cost of Manufacture and Carbon Footprint.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Contribute to project strategy, reconciling strategic input from specialist areas.
  • Budget accountability for Work Streams or Work Packages.
  • Contribute to multi-year planning and internal/external funding proposals.
  • Prepare Technology Development Plans and Business Cases within projects.
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date planning documentation and delivery is on track.

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

  • A relevant engineering degree or experience in composite process development.
  • Knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing methods, including Carbon fibre materials and processing options.
  • Aerospace composite product design requirements with Design for Manufacture thought process.
  • Good general engineering/technology knowledge base and strategic thinking.
  • Experience managing budgets and resources.

We offer a competitive salary of £80,000 per annum, plus up to 15% bonus. Additionally, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including industry-leading pension scheme, life assurance, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, income protection, shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme, and employee assistance programme.

GKN Aerospace is an equal opportunities employer, committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from diverse candidates who share our values and are passionate about making a difference in the aerospace industry.



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